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Presenting the Top Number 64s of Pro Football

When someone asks you to think about the top players in NFL history that have worn the number 64, who do you think of first? Do you see visions of Randall McDaniel or Jerry Kramer? These legends and a few surprises make the list of the most famous players to wear the digits on game day.

Jersey numbers often carry weight in NFL memories. Number 64 doesn't exactly scream "star power." However, beneath this seemingly unassuming number lies a surprising legacy of talented players who defied expectations and I think today we may see them as stars, because to their contemporaries they sure were..

This blog post tackles the often-underrated world of number 64 in the NFL. Forget stereotypes – we're diving into a diverse group of gridiron greats, from the punishing blocks of Pro Bowl guards to the electrifying returns of special teams aces. We'll explore their unique journeys, signature styles, and the ways they redefined their roles on the field.

So, whether you're a die-hard fan of the trenches, appreciate a clutch special teams play, or simply enjoy a good underdog story, this list is your ultimate guide to the incredible athletes who wore number 64 with pride. Prepare to be surprised by the names, the stories, and the impact these NFL legends left on the game!


Best of Jersey 64

On this edition of the Football by Numbers series will be coming up with the top ten best NFL players to wear the number 64! 

The Hall of Fame gives us our starting point.

The Substantial Players wearing 64 not yet in the HOF are:

  • Jack Reynolds
  • Tom Rafferty
  • Ed Newman
  • Jeff Hartings
  • Ken Gray
  • Bill Bryan
  • Bruce Kozerski
  • George Buehler
  • Zach Strief
  • Dave Wohlabaugh
  • Milt Sunde
  • Samson Satele
  • John Mendenhall
  • Edwin Mulitalo
  • Ron Saul
  • Jim Ray Smith
  • Jim Burt
  • J.R. Sweezy
  • Andy Heck
  • Bob Young
  • Bud McFadin
  • Kendyl Jacox
  • Chuck Hinton
  • Ben Utt
  • David Baas
  • Jamie Dukes
  • Harry Jacobs
  • Dave Lafary
  • Ron Essink
  • Steve Furness
  • John Jurkovic
  • Richie Incognito
  • Dave Taylor
  • Mike Rabold
  • Rick DeMulling
  • Anthony Herrera
  • Kyle Cook
  • Kedric Golston
  • Curt Merz
  • Richard Bishop
  • Randy Clark
  • Ted Albrecht
  • Josh Kline
  • John Shinners
  • Andy Maurer

Big Thanks and Credit Goes Out to...

A speical thanks to the Pro Football Reference website for information they share on these great players. Check them out at Pro-Football-Reference.com

The Image used above is courtesy of Google Gemini and others from Wikimedia Commons. It is pleasing to see such vivid images of the jerseys that point out the uniform number and help us identify the legends that wore it.


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